• Job Description

  Req#: 4292254
  The Supplier Diversity Analyst will play a key role in assisting the organization in implementing and providing ongoing support of our Supplier Diversity, Equity and, Inclusion (DEI) initiatives by providing analytical and administrative support activities focusing on tracking and reporting on the MBTA Supplier Diversity Program for both Federal and State-funded Goods & Services procurement. Responsible for partnering with various business units to utilize data analytics to report key Supplier Diversity Metrics to identify key insights necessary to achieve supplier diversity goals.
  • Reporting of all Procurement Department’s diverse supplier spend (both direct and indirect) with Certified minority, women-owned and disadvantaged businesses for all State and Federally funded purchases and contracts.
  • Monitoring and production of the Procurement Department’s semi-annual FTA Uniform Report for Disadvantaged Business Entities (DBEs)
  • Provide analysis of program results and report key metrics while advising the internal team on risks and opportunities
  • Develop Supplier Diversity scorecard metrics to support the business needs, measuring success and ensuring tools and data are available to track and report on program goals. Review existing reports/data to determine potential procurement opportunities for diverse business enterprises to compete in
  • Work closely with DEI stakeholders to understand the insights and critical KPIs that matter most to driving the DEI strategy forward.
  • Validate and consolidate complex data from multiple sources, both internal and external, while transforming them into simple, relevant, and actionable insights that support the DEI roadmap.
  • Support Senior Director for Procurement in all RFPs to ensure consistent approach and reporting practices.
  • Assist development and utilization of innovative data visual presentation strategies to ensure data is conveyed in meaningful and interpretive formats for all audience levels Manage and analyze contracts to ensure DEI data entry compliance in the MBTA financial system.
  • Support overall Diversity, Inclusion, and Supplier Diversity goals, attending events where applicable.
  • Uphold MBTA rights and interests while building and maintaining an effective relationship with employees, contractors, and consultants.
  • Perform all other duties and projects that may be assigned.
  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution in Information Management, Computer Science, Business, Finance, or related field
  • Two (2) years working with data (i.e., quantitative analysis experience, including handling, manipulating, and analyzing data and creating analytical reports)
  • Experience developing, maintaining, or managing Tableau driven dashboards & analytics (or pursuing Tableau training/certification).
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to communicate effectively across business levels and experience at leading meetings.
  • Organizational and analytical skills to plan, prioritize, evaluate, and solve highly complex problems and challenges quickly and accurately in an environment with multiple and shifting priorities.
  • Experience working with interactive data visualization products such as Tableau Candidate must have ability to work independently and prioritize work assignments.
  • Experience building strong relationships with internal business partners and working with multiple business partners in a collaborative and team-oriented manner.
  • Satisfactory work record including overall employment, job performance, discipline, and safety.
  • Self-starter with the ability to work effectively with remote teams and a diverse workforce.
  • A High School Diploma or GED with an additional eight (8) years of directly related experience substitutes for the Bachelor’s degree requirement.
  • An Associate’s degree from an accredited institution an additional four (4) years of directly related experience substitutes for the Bachelor’s degree requirement.
  • A Master’s degree in a related subject substitute for two (2) years of general experience.
  • A nationally recognized certification, or statewide/professional certification in a related field substitutes for one year of experience.
  Preferred Experience and Skills
  
  • Experience with Sourcing and Procurement
  • High motivation and results-oriented work ethic
  • Experience and knowledge of database principles and system architecture
  • Experience working with large datasets with strong technical skills (SQL, Python, R, etc.).
  
  

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